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Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer
Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
$136.32
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Remutaka Ranges offer a captivating blend of rich rail history and stunning natural beauty, best experienced on an exhilarating eBike adventure. This flagship day trip along the Remutaka Cycle Trail is designed for riders of all levels, featuring 28 km of easy to moderate cycling through breathtaking landscapes.
- 🏷️ eBike Adventure Package: Includes round-trip transport from Wellington, an eBike with trunk bags for your belongings, and a delightful picnic lunch at the summit.
- 🛤️ Mountain Bike Explorer Option: For those preferring a mountain bike experience, select this alternative day trip for a thrilling ride.
- 🚴♂️ Enjoy a scenic 28 km ride starting from Kaitoke, cycling through the enchanting Pakuratahi Forest filled with native birdlife.
- 🌉 Traverse historic railway bridges and tunnels, with opportunities to learn about the remarkable construction of New Zealand's “Fell” railway system.
- 🍽️ Savor a delicious picnic lunch on a spacious grassy plateau next to the remnants of a historic railway station.
- 🏞️ Experience an exhilarating descent to Cross Creek, taking in the picturesque views of New Zealand’s stunning farming landscapes.
- 🚐 Convenient pick-up options include 9:15 AM from Wellington Port for cruise ship guests or 9:30 AM from Wellington Station for all others.
- 🕒 Return to Wellington is seamless, with drop-off at approximately 3:30-3:45 PM at the station or 3:45-4:00 PM at the port.
- 🎒 All necessary equipment is provided, including helmets, safety gear, and a pannier bag for your comfort.
- 💧 Refreshments are included, with lunch and water provided; please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance.
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eBike (electric bike)
Tour guide
Language: English
Printed guide
Duration: 6 hours
- All equipment - ebike (electric bike), helmets and other safety gear, racks and a pannier bag.
- Lunch and water provided - Please note/message us your dietary restrictions or if you eat anything.
- Electric Bike - please message us if you prefer a mountain eBike or step through eBike ASAP!
- Self guided adventure. Travel at your own pace!
- All taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.
- 9.30am pickup from Queens Wharf (outside the East by West Ferries Office, 55 Lady Elizabeth Lane)
- Pick up from port. Cruise ship passangers to make their own way to pick up location.
- Excludes on-trail guide - our friendly staff will brief you and answer any questions you may have
Meeting point
We'll meet you outside the front entrance of the East by West Ferry office at 9:30am. We'll be in a white van with 'Wildfinder' signage.
Please note: if you are on a cruise ship and thiese timings don't work with your ships schedule. Please contact us.
Return details
We'll meet you outside the front entrance of the East by West Ferry office at 9:30am. We'll be in a white van with 'Wildfinder' signage.
Please note: if you are on a cruise ship and thiese timings don't work with your ships schedule. Please contact us.
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We'll drive 30 minutes from the East by West office in Wellington out to the start of the Remutaka Rail Trail to Wildfinder Kaitoke. From here you'll be breifed on the trail and how the bike works before heading off on your self guided adventure!
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This is a self guided ride from Wildfinder Kaitoke for the beginning of your Remutaka Rail Trail adventure. On the trail, you’ll start by cycling through the native bird-filled Pakuratahi Forest. Follow an old railway line over bridges and through tunnels, while pausing, if you like, to check out information stations detailing the enormous task of constructing the “Fell” railway system - a first for New Zealand at the time, and one of only a few around the world. Once you reach the summit, you will stop for a picnic lunch on a large grassy plateau next to the remnants of a historic station. After lunch, enjoy an exhilarating (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, with views of some of New Zealand’s stunning farming heartland. Follow the countryside to Featherston and we'll see you at the Royal Hotel.
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WairarapaWe'll pick you up at the Royal Hotel in Featherston, before we shuttle you back over the Remutaka ranges, down the Hutt Valley and back to Wellington (arriving approx. 3.30pm back at the East by West ferry office at Meridian Building, waterside 55 Lady Elizabeth Lane, Queens Wharf, Wellington 6011)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer
Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
$136.32
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!